Tourism in Caen: A historical heritage
The capital of Lower Normandy, Caen is a city of art with a rich historical heritage comprised of castles, abbeys, churches, and museums. This city, which blends tradition and modernity, also boasts numerous sites dedicated to the major events of the 20th century, all of which are essential to explore.
The Caen Memorial, a journey to the heart of the 20th century
The Caen Memorial is a veritable museum meticulously retracing the history of the 20th century. Its designers conceived it perfectly. Exploring the museum's journey from 1918 to the present day is to delve into the history of Normandy, but also the history of the world. Major conflicts such as the D-Day landings, the Battle of Normandy, and the Cold War are presented in a constructive manner. The Memorial is also a place for reflection, conferences, virtual exhibitions, and international symposia.
Ducal Castle, Museum of Fine Arts, Museum of Normandy
Built around 1060 by William the Conqueror, the Ducal Castle of Caen is one of the largest fortified enclosures in Europe. Sights include: the fortress tower, barracks, chess room, fine arts museum, and the Normandy Museum (archaeological collections).
Bird Hill
35 hectares of floral parkland with American, Canadian and English gardens in the Memorial Valley. Sights include: a rose garden with 15,000 roses, including 570 medieval varieties, a maze, boxwood hedges, yew trees, a miniature Normandy, play areas, mini-golf, and a tea room.
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